1972 Fiat 126 vs. 2008 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 900 kg more than 1972 Fiat 126.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 2008 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | 126 | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 80 L |
